Keto Battered Scallops
Discover a crispy and flavorful seafood delight with these Keto Battered Scallops, a low-carb twist on a traditionally indulgent dish. Perfectly tender large sea scallops are coated in a golden almond flour and parmesan crust, infused with savory hints of garlic and onion powder. Whisked with a touch of heavy cream, the egg batter ensures every scallop is enveloped in a rich, satisfying coating before being pan-fried to crispy perfection in coconut oil. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for keto-friendly dinner parties or quick weeknight meals. Serve these golden morsels with fresh lemon wedges for a zesty finish that compliments the rich, buttery crust beautifully. Whether you're embracing a ketogenic lifestyle or simply seeking a sophisticated seafood dish, these Keto Battered Scallops are a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 pieces large sea scallops
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup coconut oil
- 1 for serving lemon wedges
Instructions
Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a shallow dish, combine the almond flour, grated parmesan cheese, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and heavy cream together until well combined.
Dip each scallop into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then dredge in the almond flour mixture until evenly coated. Place the coated scallops on a plate and repeat with the remaining pieces.
In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Carefully add the scallops to the skillet, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches if necessary.
Fry the scallops for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the scallops from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve the keto battered scallops immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top before eating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
663 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.8 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.1 g | 161% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1370 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.7 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 36.4 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 193 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 644 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
